I’ve been skiing at Sugarloaf since the mid-90’s and just came back from my latest trip a few days ago. Historically, Sugarloaf doesn’t get the snow that say VT does, but it gets enough and it can get big dumps. When most of its 174 trails and glades are open there’s no better terrain in New England for all abilities. Lots of steeps and glades for advanced skiers and riders, while there is a large number of blue runs all over the mountain. The recent West Mountain expansion gives beginners and intermediates a place of their own. I also think their grooming team is outstanding. I think you’ll find their groomers in great shape and loads of fun. Although the lifts are aging, if find they are well laid out making it easy to get around the mountain and back to the base. I think the downside of the place is its amenities. The main lodge is unimpressive and the food is fair at best. Other on mountain restaurants are also only fair. They can be ok if you know what to order off of their limited menus. The best by far due to its “ambience” (love using that word) is Bullwinkle’s. On the access road, The Rack is a cool ski bar but the food is forgettable. One place I like a lot is Hugs in Carrabassett Valley. Other than that, the surrounding doesn’t offer much. The bottom line is I go to Sugarloaf to ski and that’s great so I put up with the rest.
